North Star
Sherwin-Williams
SW 6246
North Star is a pale, icy blue-gray that reads like winter light, more obviously blue than Misty but still soft enough for whole rooms. It suits bedrooms, bathrooms, and ceilings in coastal and classic palettes. With white trim it looks fresh and tailored; with gray trim it goes moody in a quiet way.
Some brands don't share official hex codes. The digital values shown here are careful approximations. Always confirm with a physical sample.
Close matches
Benjamin Moore: Early Frost CSP-590 (#C9CED1) · Sidewalk Gray 2133-60 (#CBCED0) · Whitestone 2134-60 (#C9CECE)
Farrow & Ball: Skylight No. 205 (#C9CFCD) · Kakelugn No. 317 (#C5D1D8) · Dimpse No. 277 (#D4D4D2)
Similar Sherwin-Williams colors: Misty SW 6232 (#CDD2D2) · Lullaby SW 9136 (#CBD4D4) · Tradewind SW 6218 (#C2CFCF)
Common questions
What is the hex code for North Star?
The hex code for Sherwin-Williams North Star SW 6246 is #CAD0D2. In RGB that is 202, 208, 210. Use these values to reproduce North Star in SketchUp, Canva, Photoshop, Figma, or rendering software for client presentations and mood boards.
What is the Benjamin Moore equivalent of North Star?
The closest Benjamin Moore match for North Star is Early Frost CSP-590 (#C9CED1). No cross-brand match is exact, because each brand mixes its own pigment formulas. Always confirm with a physical sample before specifying a substitute.
Is North Star warm or cool?
North Star is cool, a delicate blue wrapped in silver-gray. The blue shows most in bright daylight and recedes to a cool near-neutral in dim rooms. At an LRV of approximately 62, it keeps spaces light and open, making it a popular pick for small bathrooms. Warm textiles and wood keep it from feeling chilly, and it pairs naturally with crisp whites like Extra White.
Why does North Star look different on screen than on the wall?
Screens emit light while paint reflects it, so a hex code cannot capture how lighting, sheen, and surrounding colors shift paint in a real room. Treat #CAD0D2 as accurate for digital design work, and use physical samples for final approval.
What LRV does North Star have?
North Star has a Light Reflectance Value of approximately 62, meaning it reflects about 62% of visible light. That places it among lighter colors that keep rooms feeling open and bright.
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